I had always considered Stowe, Vermont to be a strictly winter ski destination, but it turns out I was wrong. “Stowe in the summer season,” as I was told by my innkeeper last month, “is perhaps the busiest season.” Tucked just east of Burlington in northern Vermont, Stowe’s combination of 200-year-old village along with its […]
Aimee Tucker
From the mighty whale came a delicate art: Nantucket scrimshaw. Crafted by sailors on long and lonely voyages to distant waters, today these items are an indelible link to the island’s maritime heritage. It takes only a few moments on Nantucket to notice that the original “whaling capital of the world” isn’t abandoning its title […]
For many, summer in New England means one thing — fresh seafood! From fish to crabs…shrimp to lobster, here are some of our favorite classic seafood recipes. Baked Scallops Crab Dip Steamed Clams Codfish Balls Clam Chowder Warm Lobster Rolls Creamy Crab Bisque Party Shrimp
Between the berries and the apples, it’s time for orchard fruits! Make the most of seasonal cherries, plums, peaches, and pears in this collection of sweet orchard recipes. Classic Cherry Pie Plum Cake with Almond Streusel Peach Cobbler Sour Cream Cherry Bars Pecan Peach Muffins Orchard Fruit Slump Coffee Cake with Chocolate Cherry Crumb Pear […]
We crave sweet, summer tomatoes all year long, but once they arrive we quickly find ourselves overrun with summer’s signature fruity vegetable. Since a ripe tomato is a precious thing to waste, here are some of our favorite classic tomato recipes to help you enjoy every single one! Spinach-Stuffed Tomatoes Tomato Corn Salad Sweet and […]
Heading out for brunch is a popular way to celebrate Mother’s Day each spring, but we think treating Mom to a brunch spread at home is a meaningful (and delicious!) way to show your appreciation. Whether it’s for Mother’s Day or another special occasion, these brunch recipes will leave your guests impressed. Baked Eggs in […]
Main Dishes
Mexican Stuffed Peppers for Cinco de Mayo
For many New Englanders the month of March brings one of the tastiest days of the year, when St. Patrick’s Day menus across the region fill hungry mouths with corned beef and cabbage, soda bread, and lots of green beer and thick, foamy pints of Guinness. I like St. Patrick’s Day, but truth be told, […]
Breakfast & Brunch
Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes
Slow cookers are a modern kitchen miracle. If you haven’t taken a moment to appreciate your slow cooker in awhile, or only get it out for one dish (I’m looking at you, kielbasa and meatball people!), I suggest the two of you get reacquainted. Slow cookers are the dream appliance for busy professionals (parent or […]
Easter is a holiday with solid sugar ties. Each spring we are presented with baskets of sweetness (actual baskets!) in the form of fluffy yellow marshmallow chicks, great handfuls of shiny jelly beans, and enormous chocolate eggs with oozing semi-liquid sugary centers. My teeth hurt just thinking about it. Cavities aside, the annual Easter Basket […]
Food
Scallop Dishes
Not just a pretty shell — scallops are a treasured New England seafood dish that can be enjoyed baked, steamed, grilled, in a chowder or casserole, or everyone’s favorite boardwalk snack — the fried seafood platter piled high with golden brown scallop, clams, and fish. Baked Scallops Nantucket Scallop Chowder Seared Sea Scallops with Pea-Basil […]
Food
Strawberry Desserts
Each June we look forward to strawberry season in New England and then take advantage of early summer’s top berry by baking them into our favorite sweet treats or slicing them up and serving them fresh atop pancakes, shortcakes, and just about any other cake. Get picking and then dig in! Frosted Strawberry Squares Bonnie […]